Mystic -- Mystic Seaport Museum has announced that it is participating in Connecticut’s Summer at the Museum program, which offers free admission to Connecticut children and one accompanying adult through Sept. 6.

The program was announced last week by Gov. Ned Lamont, who is using COVID-19 recovery funds to provide students and families with educational and enrichment experiences.

“We are grateful to Gov. Lamont and the state legislators for making this program possible and enabling us to welcome to our Museum many who might not otherwise be able to afford admission in these challenging times," said Seaport President Peter Armstrong. "After a traumatic year where children were cooped up in front of a computer screen, we are pleased to be able to offer an outdoors learning experience, where they can be outside, go for a boat ride, and learn new things -- but most important, get out in the fresh air and have fun with their family."

The offer is available to all Connecticut children ages 18 and younger, plus one accompanying adult. Participants are asked to fill out a brief form online to order their free admission tickets in advance of their visit at www.Mysticseaport.org/CTKidsFree.

The free admission offer is not available during The WoodenBoat Show on Aug. 20 to 22.

A list of participating museums is available at www.CTVisit.com.